Italian Artisan worked with Hagelstam to develop a luxury footwear range that faithfully translates the brand’s design philosophy into a finished product. The result is a line of handcrafted shoes that combine premium materials, thoughtful construction and contemporary elegance, strengthening Hagelstam’s presence in the luxury market.
The Brand
Hagelstam is a Finnish luxury footwear brand known for its uncompromising commitment to quality, craftsmanship and timeless design. Each pair of shoes is handcrafted with precision, combining traditional shoemaking techniques with contemporary aesthetics.
Hagelstam’s products target discerning customers who value authenticity, artisanal excellence and understated elegance.
The Need
Hagelstam required a footwear development partner capable of translating its design vision into a finished product that meets the highest standards of material quality, fit and construction.
The brief was clear:
- develop a shoe range that embodies Hagelstam’s design DNA
- ensure performance, comfort and durability without compromising elegance
- deliver a product ready for both retail and brand storytelling
Standard manufacturing wasn’t sufficient. The footwear had to reflect the same level of detail and craftsmanship that defines the brand.
“Partnering with Italian Artisan allowed us to bring our design vision to life with the level of craftsmanship our customers expect. The attention to materials, fit and finishing has elevated our footwear collection in both form and performance.”
— Founderr
The solution
Italian Artisan collaborated directly with Hagelstam to develop the new footwear line from concept to creation. We worked on:
- material selection with a focus on premium leathers and finishes
- pattern development and last shaping for optimal fit
- prototyping and iterative refinement to match design intent and performance requirements
Every stage was aligned with Hagelstam’s aesthetic values and quality expectations.
Italian Artisan’s role bridged design intent and technical execution, ensuring the final product inherited both form and function.
The results
The finalized footwear collection reflects Hagelstam’s identity: elegant silhouettes, premium materials and refined craftsmanship.
Products were launched with strong reception from customers and reviewers in the luxury segment.
The collaboration reinforced Hagelstam’s positioning in the high-end footwear market and demonstrated Italian Artisan’s capability to deliver top-tier product development that respects brand heritage and customer expectations.
Company
Hagelstam
Headquarters
London, UK
About the brand
Hagelstam is a Finnish luxury footwear brand focused on timeless design, premium materials and uncompromising craftsmanship. Rooted in Scandinavian aesthetics and produced with meticulous attention to detail, the brand creates shoes designed to age beautifully and perform over time. Hagelstam combines understated elegance with functional design, offering refined footwear for customers who value quality, authenticity and longevity over trends.
